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Apple Developer Program: Organization Enrollment & App Submission Guide

📱 Apple Developer Program: Organization Enrollment & App Submission Guide

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for organizations to enroll in the Apple Developer Program and submit apps to the App Store via App Store Connect.

🏢 Apple Developer Program Enrollment for Organizations

To distribute apps on the App Store, your organization must enroll in the Apple Developer Program. Follow these steps to complete the enrollment process.

1. Prerequisites

Before enrolling, ensure your organization meets the following requirements:

  • A D-U-N-S® Number: A unique identifier for businesses issued by Dun & Bradstreet. You can check or request one here.
  • Legal entity status (e.g., LLC, Inc., etc.). Apple does not accept DBAs, fictitious businesses, or branches.
  • A legal authority to sign agreements on behalf of your organization.
  • An Apple ID with two-factor authentication enabled.

2. Enrollment Process

  1. Sign in at Apple Developer Program Enrollment using your Apple ID.
  2. Select "Enroll as an Organization."
  3. Provide your organization’s legal name, D‑U‑N‑S Number, address, and phone number.
  4. Enter your work email (not a personal email domain like @gmail.com).
  5. Apple will verify your information and may contact you or your company to confirm.
  6. Once verified, you’ll receive an email to complete the purchase of your membership ($99/year).
  7. After payment, your account will be activated.

For full details, visit the official Apple Developer Enrollment Guide.

🚀 App Submission to App Store (App Store Connect)

Once you have an active Apple Developer Program membership, you can submit your app through App Store Connect.

1. Prepare for Submission

Before submitting your app, ensure the following:

  • The app is built and archived using Xcode, and uploaded via Xcode or Transporter.
  • Your app’s metadata (name, description, screenshots, etc.) is ready.
  • App version and build have been created in App Store Connect.

2. Submit for Review

  1. Sign in to App Store Connect.
  2. Select your app > Prepare for Submission.
  3. Fill in the required fields:
    • App name
    • Description
    • Screenshots (by device type)
    • Version number and build
    • App Store category
    • App privacy policy URL
  4. Under Build, select the appropriate uploaded build.
  5. Complete the App Review Information:
    • Contact information
    • Demo account (if login is required)
    • Notes for reviewer (if applicable)
  6. Go to the top-right and click Submit for Review.

Apple will review your app, and you’ll be notified of approval status or any required changes.

For full submission details, refer to the official App Review Submission Guide.

✅ Tips & Best Practices

  • Keep your App Privacy details and compliance information accurate.
  • Use TestFlight to beta test your app before submission.
  • Ensure all screenshots and metadata are consistent and high-quality.
  • Carefully review Apple’s App Store Review Guidelines.